New Delhi, Jan. 6 -- Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta stated that the Union Territory is significantly strengthening its healthcare infrastructure by upgrading hospitals, installing advanced medical equipment, and establishing a new medical college, with a special focus on serving people in high-altitude and remote areas.

Speaking on healthcare developments in Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor Gupta on Monday told ANI that three Tesla MRI machines worth approximately Rs 26 crore were installed at the Kargil district hospital. The LG emphasised that building and health infrastructure is being developed at both hospitals, which will further enhance the medical facilities in the region.

Ladakh has a total of 32 primary health centres an...